1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 1973 ZIL 114 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 114 (296 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2130 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | ZIL |
| Model | Giulia | 114 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 3180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3770 mm |
